Governor puts out fire permit reforms

Michael Desrochers (left), executive director of the Division of Fire Safety, with Gov. Phil Scott. Photo by Mike Dougherty/VTDiggerGov. Phil Scott touted reforms to the state’s fire permit program Thursday that he said will streamline the process while ensuring safety.
The governor said developers were frustrated how long it took to receive public safety permits from the Division of Fire Safety.Among the changes outlined by Division of Fire Safety Executive Director Michael Desrochers wer